Thanksgiving Dinner will be provided Thursday, November 28, 2024.
Meals are available for eat-in or delivery by reservation only. Available to Council Bluffs and local Iowa residents.
Reservations are required and must be made by phone between November 1-22, Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm.
Thanksgiving Dinner will be provided Thursday, November 28, 2024.
Meals are available for eat-in or delivery by reservation only. Available to Council Bluffs and local Iowa residents.
Reservations are required and must be made by phone between November 1-22, Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm.
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Thanksgiving 2024 bonus items will be offered during regular shopping hours to registered clients during the month of November.
We will offer our traditional Christmas Meal Box and Christmas Gifts for Kids to registered clients in December. Registration began October 1st.
December Blessings registration ends November 27, 2024. Offering Christmas Gifts for Kids and Christmas Meal Box. Pickup is on December 13, 2024
To qualify:
If client has used this pantry's services for the last three months and resides in the Waukee School District and has recently provided a proof of residency and identification for each person in their household, they may already be qualified; please complete an online application. If this is the first time applying for assistance or client's information in WACS's system is not current, client must bring required documents to the WACS office during food pantry hours within 10 days of submitting an application.
If client already applied at another agency:
If client has been approved or expects to be approved with another agency for their holiday program, client will be disqualified from this program. This includes, but is not limited to, West Des Moines Human Services, Toys for Tots, Shop with a Cop, Angel Tree Programs and other food or gift giveaway programs.
**Applicants are not qualified for the program until identification for each person, and proof of residency is confirmed.
Once approved, applicants will receive an email confirmation with pick up instructions, including date and time. If applicant has not received an email confirmation, please contact WACS at [email protected] or (515) 987-5523. Please bring a photo ID in order to receive dinner boxes and gifts.
If client cannot make the assigned date and time for pick up, another family member or friend can pick up on their behalf. Please call and let WACS know who has permission to pick up items, or make other arrangements. If client does not pick up items or make other arrangements for pick-up, their items will be given to families on the waiting list. Failure to pick up may disqualify client's family from future programs.
Thanksgiving 2024 bonus items will be offered during regular shopping hours to registered clients during the month of November.
We will offer our traditional Christmas Meal Box and Christmas Gifts for Kids to registered clients in December. Registration began October 1st.
December Blessings registration ends November 27, 2024. Offering Christmas Gifts for Kids and Christmas Meal Box. Pickup is on December 13, 2024
To qualify:
If client has used this pantry's services for the last three months and resides in the Waukee School District and has recently provided a proof of residency and identification for each person in their household, they may already be qualified; please complete an online application. If this is the first time applying for assistance or client's information in WACS's system is not current, client must bring required documents to the WACS office during food pantry hours within 10 days of submitting an application.
If client already applied at another agency:
If client has been approved or expects to be approved with another agency for their holiday program, client will be disqualified from this program. This includes, but is not limited to, West Des Moines Human Services, Toys for Tots, Shop with a Cop, Angel Tree Programs and other food or gift giveaway programs.
**Applicants are not qualified for the program until identification for each person, and proof of residency is confirmed.
Once approved, applicants will receive an email confirmation with pick up instructions, including date and time. If applicant has not received an email confirmation, please contact WACS at [email protected] or (515) 987-5523. Please bring a photo ID in order to receive dinner boxes and gifts.
If client cannot make the assigned date and time for pick up, another family member or friend can pick up on their behalf. Please call and let WACS know who has permission to pick up items, or make other arrangements. If client does not pick up items or make other arrangements for pick-up, their items will be given to families on the waiting list. Failure to pick up may disqualify client's family from future programs.
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Offers a Christmas sit down dinner for anyone in need at the church on December 25, 2024 from noon to 2 pm or meal delivery from 11 am-1:30 pm. Individuals and families must call or email to register and live the area of West of Edgewood Road, north of Williams Boulevard, east of Linn-Benton county line and south of F Avenue for delivery.
Dinner will include turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a desert.
Delivered meals will not be left if no one answers the door.
Registration is required by December 15, 2024 for on-site and delivered meals by calling (319) 396-6361 or emailing [email protected].
Offers a Christmas sit down dinner for anyone in need at the church on December 25, 2024 from noon to 2 pm or meal delivery from 11 am-1:30 pm. Individuals and families must call or email to register and live the area of West of Edgewood Road, north of Williams Boulevard, east of Linn-Benton county line and south of F Avenue for delivery.
Dinner will include turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a desert.
Delivered meals will not be left if no one answers the door.
Registration is required by December 15, 2024 for on-site and delivered meals by calling (319) 396-6361 or emailing [email protected].
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Annual Christmas Party in December at the Bettendorf Community Center for all special-needs populations.
Scholarships of up to $250 annually for individuals with intellectual delay for leisure activities.
Referrals to community resources.
Annual Christmas Party in December at the Bettendorf Community Center for all special-needs populations.
Scholarships of up to $250 annually for individuals with intellectual delay for leisure activities.
Referrals to community resources.
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Provides holiday foods shoppers can choose to cook a holiday meal. This is not a food basket or meal.
Groceries will be on a first-come, first served basis, December 16th-21st, 2024. There is no registration required.
Provides holiday foods shoppers can choose to cook a holiday meal. This is not a food basket or meal.
Groceries will be on a first-come, first served basis, December 16th-21st, 2024. There is no registration required.
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Single Moms Christmas Dinner offered 5 pm Dec. 7, 2024 at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, downtown Des Moines. Includes a catered meal for single mothers and their children. Activities and programming provided for newborns to age 18. Registration is required by December 1, 2024. Visit website or call to register.
Tickets
$15 per individual (Mother only)
$25 per family (Mother and child)
Scholarships are available and can be requested by emailing [email protected]
Single Moms Christmas Dinner offered 5 pm Dec. 7, 2024 at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, downtown Des Moines. Includes a catered meal for single mothers and their children. Activities and programming provided for newborns to age 18. Registration is required by December 1, 2024. Visit website or call to register.
Tickets
$15 per individual (Mother only)
$25 per family (Mother and child)
Scholarships are available and can be requested by emailing [email protected]
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For Thanksgiving 2024, Thanksgiving Day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
For Christmas 2024, Christmas day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
For Thanksgiving 2024, Thanksgiving Day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
For Christmas 2024, Christmas day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
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SUPPORT FOR BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN | NEBRASKA FOUNDATION FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN
Sponsors annual Christmas Party for blind and visually impaired children.
Provides assistive technology for blind or visually impaired students to use in their homes.
Makes annual award to Nebraska teacher of the blind and visually impaired.
Offers a scholarship to graduating senior high school students.
Sponsors annual Christmas Party for blind and visually impaired children.
Provides assistive technology for blind or visually impaired students to use in their homes.
Makes annual award to Nebraska teacher of the blind and visually impaired.
Offers a scholarship to graduating senior high school students.
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Christmas Food Box with a complete family dinner and a toy for children 17 or under.
For Christmas 2024, applicants are encouraged to call or visit their local Salvation Army office for details.
Christmas Food Box with a complete family dinner and a toy for children 17 or under.
For Christmas 2024, applicants are encouraged to call or visit their local Salvation Army office for details.
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Links people in the Columbus area with local charitable projects.
Coordinates the giving efforts of the Columbus Community, linking the giving projects with the individuals that need assistance with gifts and/or food for Christmas.
For Christmas 2024, all applications are processed digitally. Visit the Columbus Area Holiday Spirit Facebook page to scan a QR code to access the online form and submit an application. Application period begins Oct 16, 2024, and the digital form must be submitted by Nov 15.
Families who are selected to receive holiday gifts or a food basket will be contacted with details regarding the pickup time, date, and location by phone or mail.
Links people in the Columbus area with local charitable projects.
Coordinates the giving efforts of the Columbus Community, linking the giving projects with the individuals that need assistance with gifts and/or food for Christmas.
For Christmas 2024, all applications are processed digitally. Visit the Columbus Area Holiday Spirit Facebook page to scan a QR code to access the online form and submit an application. Application period begins Oct 16, 2024, and the digital form must be submitted by Nov 15.
Families who are selected to receive holiday gifts or a food basket will be contacted with details regarding the pickup time, date, and location by phone or mail.
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**2024 Sign Ups are closed
Offers Toys for Tots sign-ups for children 14 years of age and under. Sign-ups start Oct. 1, 2024 and go through Dec. 6, 2024. Call to apply for the program and use extension 0.
**2024 Sign Ups are closed
Offers Toys for Tots sign-ups for children 14 years of age and under. Sign-ups start Oct. 1, 2024 and go through Dec. 6, 2024. Call to apply for the program and use extension 0.
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New Beginnings Discipleship Ministries helps families to sign up for Toys for Tots during the holiday season. Sign ups, Nov 1, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024. To sign up, call (515) 519-0822, or use this link: https://bit.ly/BOUT4t24.
Toys will be available for pick-up Fri Dec 13, 2024 4 pm-8 pm and Sat Dec 14, 2024 9 am - 1 pm.
New Beginnings Discipleship Ministries helps families to sign up for Toys for Tots during the holiday season. Sign ups, Nov 1, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024. To sign up, call (515) 519-0822, or use this link: https://bit.ly/BOUT4t24.
Toys will be available for pick-up Fri Dec 13, 2024 4 pm-8 pm and Sat Dec 14, 2024 9 am - 1 pm.
Projects vary annually and by county office. Community members may contact their county BVCA office for details about local holiday programs.
Projects vary annually and by county office. Community members may contact their county BVCA office for details about local holiday programs.
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Projects vary annually and by county office. Community members may contact their county BVCA office for details about local holiday programs.
Projects vary annually and by county office. Community members may contact their county BVCA office for details about local holiday programs.
Offers Toy distribution 2024.
To register with The Salvation Army or use the link below on November 1-November 27, 2024 or You can register in person at The Salvation Army on November 18-20, 2024.
Toy distribution dates are December 18-December 19, 2024.
The actual The Salvation Army toy distribution will take place at their downtown Dubuque location at 1099 Iowa St. The Salvation Army phone number is (563)-556-1573.
Visit this link to register SAAngelTree.org
Offers Toy distribution 2024.
To register with The Salvation Army or use the link below on November 1-November 27, 2024 or You can register in person at The Salvation Army on November 18-20, 2024.
Toy distribution dates are December 18-December 19, 2024.
The actual The Salvation Army toy distribution will take place at their downtown Dubuque location at 1099 Iowa St. The Salvation Army phone number is (563)-556-1573.
Visit this link to register SAAngelTree.org
Provides toys at Christmastime for low-income children, as well as a food voucher.
Sign Up opens November 1, 2024 Visit the website and select a county to find signup locations in the area. For those who do not have an e-mail or access to technology, there will be in-person sign up on November 9th at the Salvation Army, 747 Village Green Drive, Mason City IA on the Eastside of Menards.
Provides toys at Christmastime for low-income children, as well as a food voucher.
Sign Up opens November 1, 2024 Visit the website and select a county to find signup locations in the area. For those who do not have an e-mail or access to technology, there will be in-person sign up on November 9th at the Salvation Army, 747 Village Green Drive, Mason City IA on the Eastside of Menards.
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Holiday food baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas Toy Shopping.
For Thanksgiving & Christmas 2024:
The 2024 Thanksgiving Food Basket Giveaway is held at the PCM Help Center (6800 P Street, Lincoln) on Saturday, 11/23/24. Giving away 500 Thanksgiving meal baskets to those in need, from 9 am-11 am or until supplies run out.
Free Thanksgiving meal at People's City Mission (110 Q Street, Lincoln). Serving a full Thanksgiving meal to not only all of the homeless in Lincoln, but to anyone who would otherwise be alone on Thanksgiving and could use a meal. Serving at 11:30 am-1:30 pm on Thanksgiving Day. Expecting to serve around 700 meals.
Santa's Workshop Christmas Toy Giveaway for families in need will be held at the People's City Mission Help Center (6800 P Street, Lincoln) on Saturday, 12/14/24 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Anticipating to help over 5,000 people, including shelter guests and low-income families who shop at the Help Center. Shoppers will need to have a Clarity card to participate. Clarity cards can be obtained at the Help Center each Tuesday from 9-11 am. No appointment necessary.
Holiday food baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas Toy Shopping.
For Thanksgiving & Christmas 2024:
The 2024 Thanksgiving Food Basket Giveaway is held at the PCM Help Center (6800 P Street, Lincoln) on Saturday, 11/23/24. Giving away 500 Thanksgiving meal baskets to those in need, from 9 am-11 am or until supplies run out.
Free Thanksgiving meal at People's City Mission (110 Q Street, Lincoln). Serving a full Thanksgiving meal to not only all of the homeless in Lincoln, but to anyone who would otherwise be alone on Thanksgiving and could use a meal. Serving at 11:30 am-1:30 pm on Thanksgiving Day. Expecting to serve around 700 meals.
Santa's Workshop Christmas Toy Giveaway for families in need will be held at the People's City Mission Help Center (6800 P Street, Lincoln) on Saturday, 12/14/24 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Anticipating to help over 5,000 people, including shelter guests and low-income families who shop at the Help Center. Shoppers will need to have a Clarity card to participate. Clarity cards can be obtained at the Help Center each Tuesday from 9-11 am. No appointment necessary.
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Thanksgiving Food Box preorder forms for 2024 available at the pantry, area churches, library, senior center, Christian charity, Bertrand Village office and Loomis Bank.
Preorder forms due November 8, 2024.
Please drop off at Phelps Community Pantry or mail to: P.O. Box 78, Holdredge, NE 68949.
Thanksgiving Food Box preorder forms for 2024 available at the pantry, area churches, library, senior center, Christian charity, Bertrand Village office and Loomis Bank.
Preorder forms due November 8, 2024.
Please drop off at Phelps Community Pantry or mail to: P.O. Box 78, Holdredge, NE 68949.
This annual holiday event is free for children in foster care, adopted from foster care, kinship placement, relative placement and other children living in the foster household.
Registration is required and will close when full. Please visit website for more information regarding dates and registration forms. Winter Wonderland Holiday Celebration toy distribution Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from 10 am-12 pm and 1 pm-3 pm.
Event held at Hawkeye Downs Expo Hall, 4400 Sixth Street SW in Cedar Rapids. Each child must be registered online via the website, keep an lookout for dates. Register early as this event fills up quickly. To donate to the toy drive, the deadline is Friday, December 8, 2024. Drop off location is 6000 7th St SW in Cedar Rapids.
This annual holiday event is free for children in foster care, adopted from foster care, kinship placement, relative placement and other children living in the foster household.
Registration is required and will close when full. Please visit website for more information regarding dates and registration forms. Winter Wonderland Holiday Celebration toy distribution Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from 10 am-12 pm and 1 pm-3 pm.
Event held at Hawkeye Downs Expo Hall, 4400 Sixth Street SW in Cedar Rapids. Each child must be registered online via the website, keep an lookout for dates. Register early as this event fills up quickly. To donate to the toy drive, the deadline is Friday, December 8, 2024. Drop off location is 6000 7th St SW in Cedar Rapids.
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Distributes shopping bags filled with all the fixings needed for a complete Thanksgiving dinner to families with financial need in the community.
For Thanksgiving 2024, the Meal Bag Giveaway is held on Saturday, November 23rd, from 8 am until supplies run out. The event is located at the FaithWorks Pantry, South Entrance, at FaithWestwood.
Provides one Meal Bag per household. Recipient must be present to receive a bag (no proxies). Bags are given out on a first come-first serve basis, so it is recommended to arrive early.
Distributes shopping bags filled with all the fixings needed for a complete Thanksgiving dinner to families with financial need in the community.
For Thanksgiving 2024, the Meal Bag Giveaway is held on Saturday, November 23rd, from 8 am until supplies run out. The event is located at the FaithWorks Pantry, South Entrance, at FaithWestwood.
Provides one Meal Bag per household. Recipient must be present to receive a bag (no proxies). Bags are given out on a first come-first serve basis, so it is recommended to arrive early.
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For Christmas 2024, any child ages 0-15 are eligible to be signed up for Toys for Tots. Until December 4th, interested individuals must call or visit the UWSCNE office to enroll. A simple application must be completed, no documents are required. Distribution times will be communicated once applicant is signed up.
For Christmas 2024, any child ages 0-15 are eligible to be signed up for Toys for Tots. Until December 4th, interested individuals must call or visit the UWSCNE office to enroll. A simple application must be completed, no documents are required. Distribution times will be communicated once applicant is signed up.
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Thanksgiving program provides a food box.
For Thanksgiving 2024, in-person sign-ups are by appointment only. No more requests will be received after Fri, October 25.
Applicants must bring photo ID for all adults in the household, proof of birth date for each child, proof of address (current utility bill, mail, etc), proof of all household income. Applicants must apply at one agency only. (Salvation Army compares applicant lists with other agencies.)
For Christmas 2024, the Christmas program offers food boxes for families and/or toys for children; programs are for children ages 0-15 and seniors age 65+.
Beginning Nov 1st through Nov 20th or until capacity is reached. Register at https://saangeltree.org or call (402) 379-4663 for an appointment. If not qualified for Angel Tree, call for information about receiving a Christmas food box.
Thanksgiving program provides a food box.
For Thanksgiving 2024, in-person sign-ups are by appointment only. No more requests will be received after Fri, October 25.
Applicants must bring photo ID for all adults in the household, proof of birth date for each child, proof of address (current utility bill, mail, etc), proof of all household income. Applicants must apply at one agency only. (Salvation Army compares applicant lists with other agencies.)
For Christmas 2024, the Christmas program offers food boxes for families and/or toys for children; programs are for children ages 0-15 and seniors age 65+.
Beginning Nov 1st through Nov 20th or until capacity is reached. Register at https://saangeltree.org or call (402) 379-4663 for an appointment. If not qualified for Angel Tree, call for information about receiving a Christmas food box.
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2024 Christmas Assistance:
Registration will be done in person.
-- Omaha Citadel Sign-Up - 3738 Cuming Street:
Monday, October 28 (9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm)
Tuesday, October 29 (9 am-1 pm and 2 pm-6 pm)
Wednesday, (9 am-12 pm)
Zip codes: 68007, 68002, 68064, 68110, 68111, 68112, 68116, 68122, 68134, 68152, 68102, 68131, 68114, 68130, 68135, 68010, 68144, 68104, 68132, 68142, 68118, 68154, 68178, 68164
-- Omaha Kroc Sign-Up - 2825 Y Street:
Thursday, October 31 (9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm)
Friday, November 1 (9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm)Saturday, November 2 (9 am-12 pm)
Zip codes; 68005, 68028, 68046, 68059, 68107, 68127, 68128, 68133, 68136, 68113, 68147, 68117, 68157, 68123, 68106, 68137, 68105, 68108, 68124
Gifts and a food voucher are available to families with children ages 15 and younger and to seniors age 60+. Food vouchers are available for families with children ages 16+ and to adults without children.
2024 Christmas Assistance:
Registration will be done in person.
-- Omaha Citadel Sign-Up - 3738 Cuming Street:
Monday, October 28 (9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm)
Tuesday, October 29 (9 am-1 pm and 2 pm-6 pm)
Wednesday, (9 am-12 pm)
Zip codes: 68007, 68002, 68064, 68110, 68111, 68112, 68116, 68122, 68134, 68152, 68102, 68131, 68114, 68130, 68135, 68010, 68144, 68104, 68132, 68142, 68118, 68154, 68178, 68164
-- Omaha Kroc Sign-Up - 2825 Y Street:
Thursday, October 31 (9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm)
Friday, November 1 (9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm)Saturday, November 2 (9 am-12 pm)
Zip codes; 68005, 68028, 68046, 68059, 68107, 68127, 68128, 68133, 68136, 68113, 68147, 68117, 68157, 68123, 68106, 68137, 68105, 68108, 68124
Gifts and a food voucher are available to families with children ages 15 and younger and to seniors age 60+. Food vouchers are available for families with children ages 16+ and to adults without children.
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